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Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2023-12-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-12-12 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-12-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-12-26 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Factory at Franklin
The Factory at Franklin is a unique, historic retail and entertainment complex that houses a variety of restaurants, storefronts, and event spaces.

Jon McLaughlin 2023 Holiday Tour
2023-12-05 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jon McLaughlin 2023 Holiday Tour – The Franklin Theatre, December 5
Everything in Jon McLaughlin’s life makes its way into his music, whether he’s conscious of it or not. The artist, raised in Indiana and based in Nashville, brings all of his experiences and beliefs into each song he creates, something that is especially true now that he’s the father of two young girls.
Jon released his debut album, Indiana, in 2007 on Island Def Jam, attracting fans with his heartfelt, hook-laden songwriting and impassioned delivery. He’s released six full-lengths in the years since and revealed a true evolution in both his piano playing and singing. He’s played shows with Billy Joel, Kelly Clarkson and Adele, collaborated with longtime friend Sara Bareilles, co-written with Demi Lovato and even performed at the Academy Awards in 2008.
Jon’s album, Like Us, dropped in October of 2015 via Razor & Tie, and he spent the past few years touring extensively before heading back into his Nashville studio to work on new music. Jon released a Christmas EP in 2017 titled Red & Greenwith two originals and his take on a few holiday classics. In November of 2018 Jon released his album Angst & Grace which features “Still My Girl” written for his youngest daughter.
Another project started in 2018 is his Dueling Pianos video series. Every episode features a new guest artist and they perform mashups of never-before-heard arrangements.
In Fall of 2019 Jon released an instrumental piano album titled MOOD. This record demonstrates Jon’s artistry and captivates his talent as a pianist. In May 2020 the second edition of the project was released entitled MOOD II.
Jon wrapped up 2020 with the release of his Christmas EP Christmas Time before putting out his most recent full length album All The Things I Say To Myself with immediate fan favorites “A Breakup Song” & “Outta My Head”.
In the fall of 2022 Jon hit the road with his band in celebration of the 15 year anniversary of his Indiana album which will be remastered and re released on vinyl spotlighting a new a capella version of the title track “Indiana” featuring Straight No Chaser as well as never-before-released b-sides.
As with everything he does, Jon’s goal is to create connections. He wants to translate his experiences and ideas into music that reaches fans everywhere. His passion for music and playing is evident in each note he plays.

Young Original Holiday Show
2023-12-07 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Young Original Holiday Show – The Franklin Theatre
Young Original is a 5-piece acoustic band with a passion for breathing new life into classic American music. Since forming in 2022, they’ve delighted audiences across the midwest with their riveting live shows, and dynamic performance videos that have racked up millions of views online. The band features a striking combination of incredible instrumental mastery (on the piano, guitar, mandolin, dobro, accordion and cello) and equally stunning vocal harmonies.

Franklin Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival
2023-12-08 18:30 - 21:30 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for a Holly, Jolly Cocktail Festival in Franklin, Tennessee! Stroll through The Factory at Franklin sipping festive cocktails, jingling along to holiday tunes, and visiting the big man in red himself!
Each ticket to the Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival includes 12 sample-sized signature cocktails. Food and full-sized drinks will be available for purchase as well. This event supports TennGreen, so every sip gets you closer to the nice list.
Holiday Spirits Cocktail Festival is a 21+ event only.

AGLOW Candlelit Dinners
2023-12-08 18:30 - 2023-12-09 21:30, 2023-12-15 18:30 - 2023-12-16 21:30 | Southall Farm & Inn, 1994 Carter’s Creek Pike, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
As the farm enters the winter season, Southall’s culinary team begins to rely on the preservation of the harvest. AGLOW is a candlelit dinner party in the stunning Orchard Event Center where guests will enjoy a multi-course family-style menu featuring winter produce and Southall’s preservations techniques.

Jamie O'Neal + Ty Herndon: Merry Christmas Baby - The Holiday Show
2023-12-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jamie O’Neal + Ty Herndon: Merry Christmas Baby – The Holiday Show – The Franklin Theatre
Jamie O’Neal is a Platinum-selling 4 x Grammy nominated country singer-songwriter who became a household name in 2001 with her back-to-back #1 singles, “There Is No Arizona” and “When I Think About Angels.” With multiple hits that followed, including “Shiver”, “Trying To Find Atlantis” and”Somebody’s Hero,” Jamie’s career caught fire. She earned numerous accolades including an ACM award, Billboard Award, CMA nominations along with Grammy nominations. O’Neal has appeared on The Tonight Show, David Letterman, Emeril cooking show, Craig Kilborn and numerous other national tv shows.
Ty Herndon has lived a life and career of extreme highs and lows and for the first time brings his full journey from darkness to light and back again to his music with JACOB, a new album of highly personal songs touching on themes ranging from addiction, recovery, and mental fitness to lost love, self-discovery and personal freedom. Herndon burst onto the country music scene and made his chart debut in 1995 with “What Mattered Most,” which became his first No. 1 song and garnered a Song of the Year award (Music Row Magazine). It was also the title track to his first album, which debuted on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and had the biggest first-week shipment in the history of Epic Records Nashville.

Jill Riley – Return to Love Show
2023-12-11 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
An immersive one woman show featuring songs and stories from Jill Riley’s debut album “Common Ground.” Jill Riley – Return to Love Show in downtown Franklin at 7 PM on December 11, 2023, at The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street.

Oddity Improv Holiday Improv with Leigh-Allyn Baker
2023-12-11 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience the laughter and festive fun at our Holiday Themed Improv Show in Franklin, Tennessee!
Dive into a world of laughter at The Factory in Franklin with Oddity Improv! Experience a night of uproarious fun with our clean-ish improv show every Monday—ideal for ages 13 and up. Each month, we unleash a new wave of hilarity with themed improv shows. December bursts with festive cheer in our Holiday Improv extravaganza.
Leigh-Allyn Baker, featured in the December 11th show, is a beloved actress known for her comedic talents in the hit Disney Channel series “Good Luck Charlie,” as well as “Will & Grace” and this year’s holiday hit, “Bringing Back Christmas” which is streaming now. With an extensive career in both television and film, Baker is sure to bring her infectious energy to the Mockingbird Theater stage.
Event Details:
$20 Online,
$25 at the door.
The Mockingbird Theater @ The Factory in Franklin
Seating is first come first served
Show is recommended for Ages 13+
Bar opens at 6pm (21+ ID CHECK)
Full bar, local draft beer and munchies.
Doors open at 7pm

“The Best Thing About Christmas” Musical Tour
2023-12-12 19:00 - 2023-12-13 21:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Now in our third straight year after a debut in 2021, we are embarking on our first-ever Tour, this time across our home state of Tennessee. It’s almost like Christmas morning for us thinking about the chance to be in the room with each of you as we travel first to Cookeville, then Harriman, on to Franklin, and finally finishing up in Knoxville, Tennessee. We have recruited a super-talented and passionate cast…hailing from both right here in Tennessee and also from as far away as California and Florida. We are boldly bringing to you this message of hope, of redemption, of grit, and most of all the true meaning of Christmas… inspiring us to live to be an instrument in God’s hands to help and lift those around us. We can’t wait to welcome you to our living room in Music City as we answer the question “What is The Best Thing About Christmas?”

Studio Tenn's 'It's A Wonderful Life', A Live Radio Play
2023-12-14 19:00 - 2023-12-17 14:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Middle Tennessee’s newest holiday tradition is back – Studio Tenn’s ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’, A Live Radio Play
It’s A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play is set on a snowy Christmas Eve inside a local radio station which features a multi-talented ensemble of five actors who bring to life every heartwarming character, the iconic town of Bedford Falls, and the story of an idealistic George Bailey as he considers the course his life has taken up to this one fateful night. A Heaven-sent gift for the entire family.
Dec. 7-24
Thurs – Sun at 7:00 p.m.
Sat – Sun matinees at 2:00 p.m.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter's Series: Adam Sanders, Adam Craig, & Jordan Walker
2023-12-14 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Named as “one of Music Row’s hottest young songwriters” (American Songwriter), breakout Country music artist Adam Sanders, has earned his reputation as an artist to watch with a track record that includes 2 Sirius XM “The Highway” top 5 charting singles, “Nothin’ To Do But Drink” and “Somewhere You Don’t Go”.
After moving to Tennessee, Adam Craig wrote songs that were recorded by Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch, Montgomery Gentry, Love and Theft, Swon Bros and had his first hit with the band Parmalee (Close Your Eyes).
Jordan Walker has kept himself busy on the songwriting side of the business with songs recorded by multiple artists during his time in Music City, including Luke Combs, Trace Adkins, Cody Johnson, Jordan Davis, Kolby Cooper, Randall King, Chris Lane and many others

BEST FEST
2023-12-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Blind Early Services TN invites you to BEST Fest on Friday, December 15th from 6-10 pm at Liberty Hall at the Factory at Franklin. Dinner, Silent Auction, Bourbon Tasting and Live Music featuring Steven McMorran of NBC’s “The Voice” and special guests. Please consider supporting the mission of Blind Early Services TN through attendance, sponsorship and/or silent auction donation. Be sure to share this opportunity with your employer, friends and family!

Christmas With The King
2023-12-16 15:00 - 2023-12-17 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Nashville Elvis Festival presents the 6th annual CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING: A HOLIDAY TRIBUTE TO ELVIS — A special 2-hour show starring world champion Elvis tribute artist COTE DEONATH (www.CoteAsElvis.com). A Franklin tradition, the show features costume changes, a visit by Santa Claus and some of the King’s biggest hits plus Christmas classics synonymous with Elvis including “Here Comes Santa Claus,” “Winter Wonderland,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Blue Christmas,” “Merry Christmas Baby” and so many more. CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING is a holiday concert event for the whole family!
Sat, Dec 16 – 3:00 PM
Sat, Dec 16 – 7:30 PM
Sun, Dec 17 – 3:00 PM
Sun, Dec 17 – 7:30 PM

The Founding presents A Celtic Christmas
2023-12-18 19:00 - 20:45 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Embrace the spirit of the holiday season with the enchanting melodies, timeless traditions, and heartwarming sing-alongs of A Celtic Christmas. Get ready for an unforgettable evening with progressive folk band The Founding, known for their unique balance of traditional Celtic music and contemporary innovation. This musical journey will feature traditional and original Christmas tunes alike, as well as beloved Celtic classics that will transport you to the heart of the Emerald Isle. Your soul will be uplifted, your spirits will be brightened, and the echoes of your voices singing along will resonate with the joy of the season.

Holiday Improv with Laura Osnes
2023-12-18 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Experience the laughter and festive fun at our Holiday Themed Improv Show in Franklin! Our talented performers bring you a night of uproarious short-form improvisation, promising unexpected twists and spontaneous humor. Adding a special touch, our guest stars will actively engage in improv alongside Oddity Improv students and teachers, collectively guiding the community through the art of improv.
Closing out the holiday season on December 18th is Laura Osnes, a two-time Tony Award-nominee known for starring on Broadway in “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella,” “Bonnie & Clyde,” “Grease” and more. Not limited to the stage, Osnes has charmed audiences in five Hallmark Channel original movies and this year’s holiday film “A Dash of Christmas” on Great American Family.
Details
$20 Online,
$25 at the door.
The Mockingbird Theater @ The Factory in Franklin
Seating is first come first served
Show is recommended for Ages 13+
Bar opens at 6pm (21+ ID CHECK)
Full bar, local draft beer and munchies.
Doors open at 7pm

Glenn Miller Orchestra
2023-12-18 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Glenn Miller Orchestra – The Franklin Theatre
The World Famous, Glenn Miller Orchestra, is the most popular and sought after big bands in the world today for both concert and swing dance engagements. With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world. Nick Hilscher is the orchestra’s present music director. ​Today, the 18 member ensemble continues to play many of the original Miller arrangements both from the civilian band and the AAFB libraries. Additionally, it also plays some more modern selections arranged and performed in the Miller style and sound.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
2023-12-20 17:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation – The Franklin Theatre
The Griswold family’s plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.
Also playing Nov 25 – 8:30 PM, Sun, Nov 26 – 8:30, Mon, Nov 27 – 7:00 PM, and December 3rd at 7 PM.

A Movie Gang Christmas Party! The Nightmare Before Christmas
2023-12-21 17:30 - 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Movie Gang Presents: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Thursday, December 21st, 2023, at 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
What’s this, what’s this?
I can’t believe my eyes, I must be dreaming! Wake up, Jack, this isn’t fair! The Movie Gang is throwing their biggest party of the year! For this year’s Christmas party, we are showing “The Nightmare Before Christmas”!
We are so happy to be back at our Franklin Theatre home and thankful to all of you loyal followers who come out and make these nights so fun!
For The Nightmare Before Christmas, we are going all out! Come see the most movie decorations we’ve ever had! We are giving out free candy canes, free stickers for you super movie fans, plus we are having live Christmas caroling on stage before the film!
And you never know what surprises might happen after the movie starts!
We encourage you to quote it loud and sing all the songs! More surprises to come!! Making Christmas! Making Christmas! La la la! It’s ours this time!
Make sure you arrive at doors to experience all the fun! Doors always open an hour before the movie starts!

Tony's New Year's Eve 2024
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 02:00 | Tony’s Eat & Drink, 1000 Meridian Blvd, Suite 100, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
Tony’s Eat & Drink presents the very best NYE party in Franklin, Tennessee! Beat the line and get your tickets for Tony’s NYE 2024 Party! We will have Sounds by DJ Foxxy Fox and a Champagne Toast at midnight. Beat the line and get your tickets today! Guaranteed entry before 10 pm. Doors open at 8 PM. 21+ event. Dress to impress!

Trivia Tuesday at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-02 19:00, 2024-01-09 19:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us every Tuesday for trivia at The Skylight Bar hosted by Nerdy Talk Trivia! Located inside The Factory at Franklin in historic downtown Franklin, grab a delicious drink or two while playing trivia with your friends or family!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

Downtown Franklin Art Crawl
2024-01-05 18:00 - 21:00 | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Historic Downtown Franklin Art Crawl Features Local Artists, Live Music, Guided Art Tours, Complimentary Refreshments and More!
The first Friday of each month, the Franklin Art Crawl includes dozens of sites dispersed through an area thriving with spots listed on the National Register of Historic Places in downtown Franklin, Tennessee, and at The Factory at Franklin!
The free monthly event celebrates Williamson County, Tennessee’s local craftsmanship and provides both the novice and the art connoisseur an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work – from blown glass and mixed media to turned wood, paintings, and more!
Many of the galleries, working studios and stores serve complimentary refreshments during the evening, and some offer live music.
Hop aboard the complimentary trolley for a seamless journey to all the featured artists on the Franklin Art Crawl route. All art featured is available for purchase!
Visit Franklin Art Scene Facebook page and Instagram to learn more about the artists that will be featured at each participating site!
By scanning the QR code on the event sign, visitors can easily navigate the Art Crawl area and find the businesses hosting artists each month. Art crawl guests may begin at any participating location on the map!
For more information, please visit Arts Council of Williamson County TN.
More event details are below!

Oddity Improv Show at The Factory in Franklin
2024-01-08 19:30, 2024-01-15 19:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Oddity Improv Shows in Downtown Franklin at The Factory in Franklin
Dive into a world of laughter at The Factory in Franklin with Oddity Improv! Experience a night of uproarious fun with our clean-ish improv show every Monday—ideal for ages 13 and up.

Peter Pan
2024-01-14 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
First star to the right and straight on till morning! Come join in the fun as we travel to Neverland and experience all the magic, adventure, and wonder that awaits you with Peter Pan, Captain Hook, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys. In the world of Neverland, Peter Pan is king until he meets his match…a female Captain Hook. Experience a theatrical and inventive Peter Pan like you never have before! We won’t grow up, and neither should you, so come crow with all your friends at Act Too Players!
Performed by the talented teens of Act Too Players. (Ages 8-15)

Songwriter Showcase at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Grab a drink at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin and enjoy the musical stylings of a rotating selection of talented local musicians every Monday night!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.
